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Biting

This list contains resources to help educators and families address biting in young children.

IEL Resources

Tip Sheets

Web Resources

  • Biting (also in Spanish)
    Source: Nemours KidsHealth

    This page contains information on why toddlers bite and how to stop biting. Included is a four-minute video on managing your toddler’s behavior.

  • Biting Questions
    Source: American Psychological Association (APA)

    This article addresses how to handle situations when toddlers bite, including how to handle the biter, the person the child bites, as well as the parents.

  • Biting: A Fact Sheet for Families (also in Spanish)
    Source: Head Start

    Biting is a common but upsetting behavior of toddlers. It is important for parents to address biting when it occurs. This fact sheet provides tips for parents and program staff on how to better understand issues around biting.

  • Understanding and Responding to Children Who Bite
    Source: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

    This article provides information regarding the reasons young children bite and includes ideas and strategies for responding appropriately.

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About this resource

Setting(s) for which the article is intended:
  • Home
  • Family Child Care
  • Child Care Center
  • Preschool Program
  • Kindergarten

Intended audience(s):
  • Parents / Family
  • Teachers / Service providers

Age Levels (the age of the children to whom the article applies):
Reviewed: 2022
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